<body><div>KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Day one of the final session of Nike EYBL play kicked off yesterday evening as teams are looking to make a final push to place themselves in the best positions for Peach Jam in July. With USA Basketball also taking place this weekend, a few 17U teams are without key players to cap off the regular season.Five-star playmaking wing <a href="https://247sports.com/Player/Jalen-Haralson-46129442">Jalen Haralson</a> got the memo as he made his presence felt in a dominant fashion last night. The product of La Porte (Ind.) La Lumiere headlines our Friday recap after setting the tone for what will be an exciting weekend of hoops:HARALSON DOMINATES WITHOUT CO-STARS<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3cPtn8_0tO9JwuR00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3cPtn8_0tO9JwuR00" width="620" height="320" ><figcaption>(Photo: Courtesy of Nike EYBL)</figcaption></figure>With Jeremiah Fears and Brady Koehler out of the lineup, Indy Heat had to rely on their featured player Jalen Haralson for the bulk of the team's production. Ranked No. 11 overall nationally, Haralson was up to his usual standard of impacting the game in a variety of ways.At 6-foot-7 and 210 pounds, Haralson naturally plays a physical style of basketball while initiating an offense. He was constantly on the attack where he drew fouls, found open shooters, or scored through traffic in the lane.Haralson additionally was a difference-maker on the glass and a threat with his jumper. His shot was falling when he found good opportunities in rhythm. He got to his in-between game and stepped into some good looks from deep playing off the bounce.At the game's end, it seemed as if Haralson was close to running out of gas because he gave a large amount of energy to stuffing the stat sheet. He earned his team a victory and finished with 33 points and eight rebounds to show for it.Haralson is currently down to nine schools: Auburn, Indiana, Duke, Gonzaga, Kansas, Michigan State, Missouri, Notre Dame, and Purdue. After completing visits to Auburn, Indiana, and Purdue, he told 247Sports last weekend that he will take official visits to Duke, Gonzaga, Kansas, and Missouri.DIXON, ELAMIN, GURDAK, AND SMITH LEAD TEAM TAKEOVER TO A GRITTY WIN<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=4b4JAY_0tO9JwuR00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=4b4JAY_0tO9JwuR00" width="620" height="320" ><figcaption>(Photo: Brandon Jenkins, 247Sports)</figcaption></figure>Starting point guard Nyk Lewis was out of the lineup for Team Takeover but their nationally ranked core of <a href="https://247sports.com/Player/Derek-Dixon-46136901">Derek Dixon</a>, <a href="https://247sports.com/Player/Adlan-Elamin-46142622">Adlan Elamin</a>, <a href="https://247sports.com/Player/Christian-Gurdak-46128754">Christian Gurdak</a>, and <a href="https://247sports.com/Player/Jordan-Smith-46136952">Jordan Smith</a> stepped up to the challenge to keep their team tied for first place in the EYBL Standings. The quartet combined for 53 of the team's 56 points in a three-point win over Bradley Beal Elite.Ranked No. 79 nationally, Dixon should be in the conversation when discussing risers in next month's player ranking update. A 6-foot-3 sturdy-built guard out of Washington D.C., Dixon took over point guard duties and showed a great feel for the job. He was strong with the ball, dropped slicked dimes, and was lethal shooting the basketball going a perfect 4 for 4 from long range. Dixon's value as a guard who can produce playing on or off the ball came to the forefront. He recently established himself as a premiere ACC target after North Carolina extended an offer earlier this week.A 6-foot-9 big wing out of Fairfax (Va.) Paul VI who is ranked No. 67 nationally, Elamin thrived as a shooting forward. He drilled catch-and-shoot three-point jumpers and showcased a translatable skillset in the process. While his frame is incredibly thin, Elamin brings great positional size as he can base his game from behind the arc. His best basketball remains ahead of him if he can dedicate himself to adding weight and getting stronger.A 6-foot-9 low post threat who is ranked No. 96 overall in the national class, Gurdak was a sheer force on the block. The product of Washington D.C. operated with his back to the basket by overpowering defenders and carving out space to score primarily off reverse lay-ins. Gurdak will find success in an offense that values post-entry as he has a soft touch, great footwork, and a body ready to compete at the power conference level. Clemson offered Gurdak this week while Maryland, Notre Dame, Penn State, and Virginia Tech are all involved.Ranked within the top 15 of the national sophomore class, Jordan Smith was a monster on both ends of the floor. The 6-foot-3 guard out of Fairfax (Va.) Paul VI separates himself with his motor and intensity as he seeks out stops on the defensive end and is a fearless attacker offensively. Smith is a great athlete who is bound to leave his mark on a game because of how he refuses to take possessions lightly. The likes of Houston, Kansas State, Maryland, Michigan, Providence, Syracuse, Villanova, and others have offered.KEYSHUAN TILLERY BUILDS OFF LIVE PERIOD SHOWING<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=397D4r_0tO9JwuR00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=397D4r_0tO9JwuR00" width="620" height="320" ><figcaption>(Photo: Courtesy of Nike EYBL)</figcaption></figure>Running with City Rocks, <a href="https://247sports.com/Player/Keyshuan-Tillery-46133820">Keyshuan Tillery</a> was one of the top-performing prospects during the live period weekend. The No. 136 ranked junior kicked off this weekend building off the momentum he generated from last week.A six-foot guard with an extremely strong build, Tillery had full command of the game against MOKAN Elite. He was steady in his approach to running his team and made sound decisions with the ball. Whether it was getting his team organized for each possession, playing strong with the ball, or finding shooters and lob targets when getting a piece of the paint, Tillery served the table and eventually took over the game to secure his team a victory.Rutgers recently offered after a great live period showing and schools like Florida, Northwestern, Temple, and Villanova are all in the mix for the floor general who has made a strong case for four-star status this spring.OTHER NOTABLE STANDOUTS...<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2E2ZKk_0tO9JwuR00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2E2ZKk_0tO9JwuR00" width="620" height="320" ><figcaption>(Photo: Brandon Jenkins, 247Sports)</figcaption></figure>... NW Rotary Rebels got a great inside-out showing from juniors <a href="https://247sports.com/Player/Kaden-Powers-46148881">Kaden Powers</a> and Jacori Ervin. A 6-foot-5 shooting guard out of Seattle (Wash.) Rainer Beach, Powers found an early groove and scored the ball efficiently from long range. He knocked down five three-pointers en route to a 24-point performance. Powers says Colorado, Fresno State, Idaho, Montana, Seattle, UNLV, and Weber State are the schools he hears from the most.Ervin's advances came in the second half as he provided a momentum boost with his effort in finishing plays and increasing possessions. The 6-foot-11 big man out of Spokane (Wash.) finished with 15 points as his production came in key moments to lift his team to a nail-biting win over UPLAY.... In the winter, we mentioned <a href="https://247sports.com/Player/Leroy-Kelly-46131880">Leroy Kelly</a> as a breakout candidate during the summer season. He showed signs of why in Drive Nation's evening match with New Heights Lightning. A 6-foot-2 guard out of Dallas (Texas) Kelly's scoring instincts were on display and he prioritized making plays on the defensive end. His game continues to evolve as time progresses as he shows potential as a skilled shot-making threat. Kelly brings a culmination of factors to the table that gives him a chance to expand his recruitment. Texas A&amp;M is the lone power conference school to offer while in-state mid-major programs North Texas, Sam Houston State, and Texas State among others are in pursuit.</div></body>

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Kansas City EYBL: Haralson, Dixon, and Tillery shine as Friday night standouts

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Day one of the final session of Nike EYBL play kicked off yesterday evening as teams are looking to make a final push to place themselves in the best positions for Peach Jam in July. With USA Basketball also taking place this weekend, a few 17U teams are without key players to cap off the regular season.

Kansas City EYBL: Haralson, Dixon, and Tillery shine as Friday night standouts

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